About Banks & Dade

Banks & Dade Chiro + Wellness is a Forster-based chiropractic and wellbeing clinic offering a wholistic approach to care. Since 2010, we have supported individuals and families across the Forster–Tuncurry region with thoughtful, professional care tailored to each person.

Our focus is on understanding how the body works as a whole, and supporting our patients to take informed, confident steps toward better health and vitality.

Our story

Banks & Dade was founded with a clear intention: to create a space where people feel listened to, respected and supported in their health journey.

Over the years, our clinic has grown alongside the local community. While techniques and tools have evolved, our commitment has remained the same — to provide care that considers the individual, not just isolated symptoms.

We believe that health is influenced by many factors, including physical function, nervous system health, stress and lifestyle. Our approach reflects this understanding, allowing us to support a wide range of needs with care that is both considered and collaborative.

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Our philosophy

At Banks & Dade, we believe in inspiring our patients to lead the best life possible.

Our approach is grounded in the understanding that the body has an innate capacity to adapt and heal when given the right support. Rather than focusing solely on short-term relief, we aim to help our patients better understand their bodies and the factors influencing their wellbeing.

We value open communication, education and collaboration, and see care as a partnership between practitioner and patient.

What guides our care

Our clinic culture is shaped by values that guide how we work with our patients and with each other.

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    Family

    Creating a welcoming, supportive environment for patients, practitioners and the wider community

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    Knowledge

    Valuing ongoing learning, professional development and informed clinical decision-making

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    Health

    Supporting physical, mental and emotional wellbeing in a considered, wholistic way

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    Collaboration

    Working together with patients and as a team to support shared care goals

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    Integrity

    Providing honest, respectful care grounded in professionalism and trust

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    Empowerment

    Helping people feel informed, confident and supported in their health choices

Our Team

Banks & Dade is supported by a team of qualified practitioners who bring experience, professionalism and care to their work.

Each practitioner works within their scope while contributing to a shared philosophy of wholistic, patient-centred care.


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Part of the Forster community

Our clinic is based in Forster and proudly supports patients from across the surrounding region, including Tuncurry, Gloucester, Green Point, Bulahdelah, Smiths Lake, Pacific Palms, Diamond Beach, Hallidays Point, Taree and Coomba Park.

We value our connection to the local community and are grateful to support the health and wellbeing of the people who live here.

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Ready to take the next step?

Whether you’re new to chiropractic care or looking for a more considered approach to wellbeing, we’re here to help.